If and Only If: A Journal of Body Image and Eating Disorders Winter 2015 | Page 39

itself. All of a sudden my mind made the shift from dreaming about oat bars or ungodly dosages of almond butter and coconut butter, to LIFE outside of food – relationships, company, interaction, and activities. I discovered that food in any way shape or form could be enjoyed, without worry, while simultaneously enjoying ALL that life has to offer. I began LIVING real life.